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Apostle Dr. Richard Udoh

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

TRUSTING GOD IN THE FACE OF ADVERSITY

“For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.”
Ephesians 6:12
Main Text: Main Text: Matthew 11:12

In the ongoing spiritual battle for hearts and minds, Satan relentlessly seeks to obstruct individuals from knowing God and placing their trust in Him. From the dawn of humanity, Satan has employed various strategies to undermine humanity's relationship with God. His tactics range from subtle deception to overt temptation, all aimed at instilling doubt, fear, and rebellion against God's sovereignty.

Scripture provides insight into Satan's tactics and offers encouragement for believers to stand firm in their trust in God. Ephesians 6:12 reminds us that our struggle is not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces of evil. Through prayer, vigilance, and reliance on God's Word, believers can resist Satan's attacks and experience victory in Christ.

Ultimately, the key to overcoming Satan's efforts lies in knowing God intimately and trusting Him wholeheartedly. Psalm 9:10 affirms, "Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you." By cultivating a deep relationship with God and anchoring our faith in His unfailing love and faithfulness, we can withstand the enemy's assaults and walk in victory.

Confession:

 I declare that Satan's schemes to prevent people from knowing and trusting God will not prevail. I choose to place my trust in the Lord and His promises, knowing that He is faithful and mighty to save. I stand firm against the enemy's tactics, armed with the truth of God's Word and the power of prayer. In Christ, I am more than a conqueror over every scheme of the enemy.

Further Reading:

Ephesians 6:12 - "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms."

Psalm 9:10 - "Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you."

Read through the bible in 1 year: Numbers 28;16-29:40 Luke 3:23-38 Psalm 62:1-12 Proverbs 11:18-19

Read through the bible in 2 years: Ez 40 & Ps 71